What is Dedication Day?

Held each spring, Dedication Day is observed as an anniversary celebration of the 1976 dedication of the Lakeside Campus. We consider Dedication Day to be the “official birthday” of the school. Distinguished Alumni and Honored Faculty are inducted into the Hall of Honor, AHS alumni Veterans are honored, and select Seniors are inducted into the Maroon Society.
The purpose of Dedication Day is to “tie the new school to the old and the past to the present.” After the school was moved to its present lakeside location – in fall of 1975 – students created a movement known as the Hall of Honor Student Steering Committee. The work of the student committee resulted in an annual observance – Dedication Day, and a reason for an annual observance – The Austin High School Hall of Honor, a roll call of distinguished and meritorious Maroons.
Dedication Day events typically include an archival display, an honoree induction ceremony, and the Grand Assembly. In the Grand Assembly, former students, teachers and community guests join over 2000 students and 200 staff members for the coming together of Austin High past, present and future. With time comes change, and we must modify what we can do, but we strive to continue celebrating as a campus community.

Dedication day May 1, 2026

We had the honor of celebrating the grand opening of the new Ben Crenshaw Golf Academy. It was an incredible experience to be part of, and I want to extend my heartfelt appreciation to everyone who contributed, especially Coach Nick Lebo, Coach Tommy Norris, Coach Jason Cecil, Ms. Linda Garcia and Lee Rigby for their dedication and hard work from start to finish. Your efforts have created a fantastic facility for our students to grow, learn, and enjoy. I also want to thank all who donated and participated in building this wonderful space. Special thanks to our guest, Ben Crenshaw, and our Superintendent, Matias Segura, for their support and presence during the celebration. Thank you for your ongoing dedication and loyalty.

Loyal Forever!
Dr. Bedford

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Latest news: Austin High Volleyball Ranked Top 3 in Texas
The Austin High Maroons rolled through the first half of district play undefeated. They currently are ranked 1st in District, in the top 3 in the State of Texas and even rank within the top 30 best high school teams in the country. The Maroons have been lead this season by Senior Riley Malloy (USC commit), Senior Maggie McCarrol (Arkansas commit), Junior Camille Presley (UT commit), and Junior Laven Blumoff (Denver U commit). Austin High will start the second half of district play in what is considered by experts to be the toughest high school volleyball district in the state. The Maroons have their eyes on the UIL State Playoffs where they have prime opportunity to make a deep run.

Last Saturday, our Model UN students represented Austin High with excellence at the AUSMUN conference. They collaborated with our Culinary students to provide food for over 600 delegates, earning rave reviews from other schools.

The Red Jackets hosted their annual fall clinic at last Friday’s football game, with 150 future Red Jackets in attendance.

AHS Celebration

We have a special reason to celebrate—Austin High has been named one of the Top 30 Schools in Texas by Money Inc. This recognition reflects the hard work, talent, and commitment each of you bring to our campus every day.

This honor affirms that Austin High is a place of excellence, heart, and relentless dedication to our students, diversity, and community.
Read more here: Top 30 Schools in Texas by Money Inc.

Congratulations to the Red Dragon Players!  A big shoutout to the Austin High Theatre Department for advancing to the Area competition at the UIL One Act Play Bi-District contest! The Area contest will be held on Saturday, April 12th at Dripping Springs High School Auditorium. Individual awards include:

Chris Carrara – All Star Technician

Jacob Baird – Honorable Mention All Star Cast

Sharky Meehan – All Star Cast

Tanner Cole – All Star Cast

Congratulations to our Maroon Band for achieving All Division I Ratings in both Concert and Sight-Reading at this year’s UIL Evaluation! These talented students have shown tremendous dedication in transitioning from marching season to the Full Orchestra UIL and now to Concert Band UIL. Go Band, Loyal Forever!

Bravo to the Austin High Choir! Our Maroon Choir Non-Varsity Treble and Varsity Mixed Choirs also excelled at the UIL Concert & Sight-Reading Evaluation, earning “Sweepstakes” Superior ratings in both categories. Their hard work in languages including English, Spanish, Italian, French, and Swahili truly paid off. Please join me in congratulating our AMAZING choir singers for their outstanding commitment to musical artistry!

Way to go, Golf Team! The Austin High Maroons Golf Team continues to make waves, advancing past District for the first time since our move to the UIL 6A Conference! Special shoutout to Braydon Pratt, who finished in 4th place as the Regional Alternate with an impressive score of 154. The Varsity team also set a record at Lost Pines, shooting a fantastic 298. Great job, team!

Mark your calendars for The Gran Show de Primavera 2025:  Vueltas  on Friday, May 2nd at 7 PM in the Austin High School PAC! Our talented dancers will perform pieces from 18 different regions/styles, accompanied by live music from Mariachi de Oro from Crockett High School. Admission is by donation at the door.

On Saturday, Sept. 29, the Austin High Band won their class at the Cap City Marching Contest hosted by LASA HS at Burger! After advancing to the finals competition, they placed 2nd overall and won 1st place overall in music performance. Congrats Maroon Band!
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The Austin High School PTSA
(Parent Teacher Student Association)
has four different fundraisers:

1) PTSA Membership & Designated Donations – opened August 1
Funds collected for PTSA membership go to the Texas PTA and ACPTA.
You will also be given the opportunity to donate directly to Teacher Appreciation, Community Programs, the Endowment Fund and Grounds Beautification.
2) Custodian Appreciation – November
All funds raised go directly to the AHS Custodial Staff.
3) All In Excellence Fund – Spring Semester
The funds benefit and support the AEF (Austin Excellence Funds) Grants and supplement PTSA operational expenses, the college career center, Campus and Community Outreach, Teacher and Staff Appreciation, Parent/Student Programs & Meetings, the Vertical Team, and other various approved expenses.
4) Spirit Wear and Gear continues through the year or until inventory is depleted.

Funds go to the merchandise expense and supplement all PTSA programs.

Mrs. Ana Solis-Herrera has been named the Stephen F. Austin High School Teacher of the Year. She has taught orchestra at Austin High for 21 years. With a Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) degree in Violin Performance from the University of Southern Mississippi and a Master of Arts (M.A.) degree in Music Education from the University of Texas at Austin; she brings a symphony of experience and expertise. Mrs. Solis-Herrera has performed inter- nationally with many orchestras in Asia, Latin America, and the United States. She was invited to speak at music education conferences in Italy, Sweden, and Latin America for her research on the music preferences of Mexicans and Mexican Americans in the United States. Continue reading “Teacher of the Year” »

Trent Gray, a senior here at Stephen F. Austin High School in the Academy of Classical Studies, has consistently distinguished himself in both athletics and academics. From those early days on the field to this pivotal moment, Trent stands as a testament to his dedication, perseverance, and outstanding character. Continue reading “Austin High senior officially commits to U.S Naval Academy” »